AI is more likely to lower than to raise net existential risks. Humankind faces numerous existential risks already. We need better science to limit those risks, and strong AI capabilities are one way to improve science. Our default path, without AI, is hardly comforting
It is perfectly acceptable for individuals who have significant financial rewards tied to long hours to voluntarily put in any number of hours they wish to. Individuals driven by a passion to make the world a better place are also known to work long hours. But to advocate such long hours for everyone is nothing short of an exhortation to return to the exploitative practices of the early days of the Industrial Revolution
Assembly Elections 2023: The messaging has been tailored to various constituencies--national rejuvenation for some, Hindutva for core supporters, pointers to economic achievements for the elites, freebies to those left behind and also the caste card. But the prime minister being the face of the BJP in the state elections is expected to pay dividends in next year’s general election
PM’s remark at Global South summit more in sync with India’s long-standing Palestine diplomacy and in line with New Delhi’s global ambitions
Indian companies need younger board members who are more in tune with their markets, in line with demographic changes
There is no thaw in the cold relationship between the US and China after their respective presidents met recently. But business is pushing the two leaders to come to terms and get over the idea of decoupling. The leaders’ meeting also opened up channels of communication between the militaries of the two countries
What has become increasingly clear is that this fight was not about taking control of the highly valued OpenAI, as much as a clash of visions on the future of the organisation and the future of artificial intelligence itself
Miss Universe 2023 LIVE Updates: Nicaragua’s Sheynnis Palacios has been announced as the winner of the Miss Universe 2023 title. The event was held at the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador.
The shock and sense of injustice that most Indians feel at the ouster of a founder from the company he or she founded also gives, in the same breath, legitimacy to founders being held responsible, without limit, for the failure of the company and for its resultant liabilities
It is very unlikely that Sam Altman will vanish from the scene. The manner in which ChatGPT and generative AI stormed into our lives and Altman’s role in introducing the concept of “intelligence as a service” have been epoch-defining
Miss Universe 2023: Shweta Sharda became eligible to participate in the pageant after winning the Miss Diva Universe 2023 crown in August.
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While Ma is no longer actively involved in Alibaba’s operations, his decision to sell more of his stake is a chilling reminder that the firm doesn’t have a controlling shareholder at the top, just when billions of dollars need to be spent to move into new fields such as generative AI
In theory, Iran can rally Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Syria to launch a multi-front war on Israel. But Iran does not want such a war to happen because the consequences would be catastrophic for its regional assets and for the country itself
Embracing rigorous governance, continuous education, and vigilant oversight is not just a corporate mandate but a societal imperative. It is a commitment to ensuring that the pillars of our economy are fortified against the insidious challenges of misconduct
Companies spend two percent of budgets on learning. The Board seems to be asking, what and where is the return on investment? A roadmap is firstly to redefine impact, and then to link impact to hard business outcomes and key performance indicators
In today's edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Nifty fiscal earnings may outpace last year, slowing inflation a good omen for investors, work beyond the 9-to-5 norm, artificial intelligence invades creativity, and more
No number of cute pandas can offset the asset deflation threatening the property sector
Israel’s asymmetrical strength and unchecked retribution means too many Palestinians have been slain in Gaza. Israel is so far behind the “defending itself” argument, that one would have to wonder, which other state has gone from victim (October 7 attacks) to villain so quickly
AI has started to challenge the conventional notions of ownership, fairness and the fundamental essence of creativity
The next wave of reforms to remove structural bottlenecks must shift its attention towards creating an environment of swift inquiries and prosecution
The ostensible weakening of the Chinese economy and that West-based capital is avoiding China is known. But less noted is the quiet flow of funds from the Middle East to China
While prices of branded drugs have skyrocketed in recent years, generics prices have been falling steadily. Yet there’s a downside if prices fall too low: In recent months, major US manufacturers have declared bankruptcy and scaled back production. Hundreds of generic drugs are now in shortage, including lifesaving cancer treatments and medicines for premature babies
Since 2011, Singaporean voters have sent a consistently strong message that they would like fewer foreigners in their midst. Strict controls on overseas-worker visas since then have affected all industries, including fintech. While the local talent pool is limited in breadth and depth, hiring overseas remains a hot-button political issue
The West’s overnight interest in the Global South was rooted more in expedient self-interest than sober understanding of its intricacies. The phrase “Global South” itself flourished only after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, driven by the awkward realization that non-cooperation from Asian, African and Latin American countries could doom the Western effort against Putin